Construction/General Liability Litigation Of Counsel
11 months ago
Long Island
Job Description Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1,250 attorneys in 43 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 43rd in the National Law Journal's survey of the nation's largest law firms. We're also Mansfield Certified Plus. Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Construction/General Liability Litigation Of Counsel position in our Long Island Office. This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement. Integral to our New York Metro presence, our Long Island office places us in the middle of Long Island's vibrant business and industrial community. Conveniently located near the Meadowbrook Parkway, our modern office space offers state of the art technology in all conference rooms, free parking, onsite cafeteria and gym. Enjoy working in a boutique-style office space with the benefit of resources of a nationwide firm. The Position We are seeking an Attorney with a minimum of 8 years of litigation experience to join a seasoned team of attorneys representing clients in a range of matters including general liability and casualty, construction-related lawsuits, transportation, and trucking, and more. This team is dedicated to training and advancing the professional experience and knowledge of its attorneys. Responsibilities • Independently manage cases in insurance defense, general liability, auto/transportation liability, and NYS Labor Law construction matters, showcasing your expertise and strategic acumen., • Partner with attorneys, team members, and seasoned Partners on high-impact legal projects, fostering a dynamic, team-oriented environment., • Regularly handle court appearances and depositions, demonstrating your litigation skills and dedication to each case., • JD from an ABA-accredited law school, • Active membership in good standing with the New York State Bar, • 8+ years of substantial litigation experience, • Experience with insurance defense, premises liability, and general liability, • Demonstrated experience as first and/or second chair strongly desired, • Advanced understanding of NY Construction Law (Labor Law §§200, 240, 241) preferred., • Experience with OSHA proceedings and regulatory compliance preferred., • Background in Corporation Counsel or District Attorney's Office a plus, • Strong business acumen and project management capabilities, • Flexibility: Remote and hybrid work arrangements to support work-life blend, • Benefits: Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan, • Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement We believe in creating a work environment free of barriers and bias, where individual outlooks and talents are respected and valued. Our firm's policy is to ensure an equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, disability, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by the law.